Serving 2,143 students in grades 9-12, Glenbard North High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,143 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenbard North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Glenbard North High School's student population of 2,143 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
The Panthers
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Colors
Black, Gold, Old gold
School Rankings
Glenbard North High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenbard North High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1234 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
37%
28%
Black
6%
16%
White
33%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenbard North High School's ranking?
Glenbard North High School is ranked #1234 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Glenbard North High School often compared to?
Glenbard North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glenbard West High School, Glenbard South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenbard North High School?
The graduation rate of Glenbard North High School is 93%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Glenbard North High School?
2,143 students attend Glenbard North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Glenbard North High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glenbard North High School?
Glenbard North High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glenbard North High School offer ?
Glenbard North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glenbard North High School part of?
Glenbard North High School is part of Glenbard TWP HSD 87 School District.
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